About Pet Acupuncture & Moxibustion Therapies
Acupuncture isn’t just for humans anymore. Over the past decade, it’s become a trusted and widely used treatment in veterinary care and is suitable for pets of all ages, from young animals to seniors.
Acupuncture has been used for centuries in Chinese medicine, like in humans it involves inserting very fine needles into specific points your pet’s body to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and restore internal balance. Acupuncture and Moxibustion are safe, natural therapies that are design to complement and work alongside traditional veterinary medicine.
If your pet is sensitive to needles, we may recommend moxibustion—a gentle heat therapy applied to acupuncture points. This is ideal for pets that are needle-phobic and have a constitution suited to heat therapy whilst still delivering the same benefits.
Conditions that Benefit from Acupuncture
Musculoskeletal Issues: Arthritis, osteoarthritis, mild patella and cruciate issues, hip and elbow dysplasia, Back pain, Soft tissue and muscle strains and sprains
Pain Management: Chronic pain, trauma and post-surgical pain relief.
Neurological Disorders: Intervertebral disc disease and degenerative myelopathy.
Digestive Issues: Vomiting and diarrhoea and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Respiratory Issues: Asthma and chronic bronchitis.
Urinary & Kidney Support: Urinary incontinence and chronic kidney disease (supportive care).
Behavioural Support: Anxiety and stress-related behaviours.
Other Supportive Uses: Immune system support and senior pet wellness.
The Benefits
Acupuncture offers natural pain relief by releasing endorphins and reducing inflammation.
It enhances blood flow, oxygenation, and helps clear waste from the body.
Muscle relaxation at needle sites can ease local discomfort.
Because it should not interfere with medications, it’s a safe, side-effect-free option alongside conventional treatments, medications and supplements.
Pets at any life stage from puppies and kittens to adult and senior pets may benefit from acupuncture and/or moxibustion treatments.
Expert Care with Dr Amanda Young
Dr Amanda graduated from the University of Sydney in 2019 as a qualified Vet and also holds certifications in both Veterinary Acupuncture and Clinical Integrative Canine Rehabilitation from the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies.
In addition to her vet qualifications, Dr Amanda also has a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from the University of Technology Sydney and has clinical experience in TCM practice.
Dr Amanda combines modern veterinary care with evidence-based integrative therapies to support your pet’s healing, comfort, and wellbeing.
Getting Started
Firstly, we offer a comprehensive 1-hour initial consultation with Dr Amanda Young, to fully assess your pet and work through a tailored care package. We believe in gold standard, personalised care as such an initial consultation includes:
A full medical history and physical exam
A Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) assessment
An evaluation of your pet’s comfort and tolerance for acupuncture (e.g. whether they may be needle-sensitive)
A 20-30-minute introductory acupuncture/moxibustion session
A custom treatment plan designed to suit your pet’s unique needs
Simply call us or book online:
1. Nominate Dr Amanda Young as your preferred Clinician Preference
2. Select the Acupuncture Initial Consultation Option
3. Complete the Acupuncture Booking Information Form (used at the initial consultation in conjunction with your pets’ history)
Pricing & Packages
Initial Consultation including 20-30 minute trial acupuncture/moxibustion session $189
1 x 30 minute session $110
4 x 30 minute session $360
10 x 30 minute session (suggested for ongoing maintenance) $750
Add Moxibustion for each session + $20
Moxibustion Only $85 per session
Want to Learn More?
Check out out:
New blog post: Top 5 Most Common Pet Conditions Helped by Acupuncture
Book Your Initial Acupuncture Session Here with Dr Amanda Young
We look forward to helping your pets live healthier, happier lives through holistic & integrative care.